Mark Klimek NCLEX Review Questions: PERITONEAL DIALYSIS (PD) questions with correct answers

Define peritoneal dialysis. - Answer The removal of wastes, electrolytes and fluids from the body using the peritoneum as a dialyzing membrane When PD is being used the client must be on heparin. (T/F) - Answer False, you do not need to be heparinized for peritoneal, but you do need to be heparinized for hemodialysis How long does one episode/course of PD last? - Answer Could be 10 hours With PD there is a high/low risk of peritonitis? - Answer High When fluid accumulates in the abdomen during PD what problem does the client experience first? - Answer Dyspnea - SOB or difficulty breathing due to the inability of the diaphragm to descend What nutrient is lost in highest amounts during PD? - Answer Protein Can a client who had recent bowel surgery get PD? - Answer No Should a client who is having breathing problems receive PD? - Answer No